Escalade (ESCA) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Escalade reported Q2 2026 net sales of $57.7 million, up 6% year-over-year, driven by new archery products and the Gold Tip acquisition. Net income reached $9.4 million ($0.68 per diluted share) with gross margins expanding 146 basis points to 26.2%. The company received a $9.9 million tariff refund that will be deployed to offset freight and commodity inflation while funding promotional activities. Management acknowledged macroeconomic headwinds but expressed confidence in the company's ability to grow profitably through product innovation and operational leverage.